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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to York
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to York will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for York every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 109 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to York trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:44 Preston | 2h13 | 09:57 York | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 07:50 Preston | 2h46 | 10:36 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:44 Preston | 2h12 | 17:56 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 05:44 Preston | 2h16 | 08:00 York | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Preston to York trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and York from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
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Trains from Preston to York
Trains from Preston to York take 2.5 hours and are operated by Northern rail. Direct trains operate along this route from early in the morning until late at night with a frequency of one per hour from Tuesday to Thursday. On Fridays to Mondays there are fewer direct journeys and none at weekends, instead there are many indirect journeys which still take 2.5 hours and simply involve a change at Manchester Piccadilly. Trains depart from Preston Railway Station in the centre of the city and arrive at York Railway Station, close to the centre of York City.
FAQs: Preston to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to York by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and York
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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